74 • SEPTEMBER 2026 • Must Read | Greatest Companies to Work For SRG PPAI 230188, Professional Platinum Category: Supplier Headquarters: Itasca, Illinois Top Executive: Richard Firkser Employees: 139 Website: stregisgrp.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Confidence in leadership, Work/ life balance, Personal confidence in their futures What Employees Say: “I love my job! My boss is fantastic, she is very patient and extremely helpful. It is a good crew, friendly in all departments. Even if we have to reach out to another facility, they always respond sincerely and happy to interact with; just nice knowing someone else understands. I genuinely enjoy coming to work and for that I am very thankful!” Staples Promotional Products PPAI 108945, Professional Platinum Category: Distributor Headquarters: Overland Park, Kansas Top Executive: Bill Gossman Employees: 992 Website: staplespromotionalproducts.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Work/life balance, strong values and ethics, motivation to succeed What Employees Say: “I am approaching 8 years with Staples Promo and have worked in various sales roles. It’s so amazing that even though we are a large company, the culture truly feels like family. We have so much talent and experience among our employees and I feel truly supported every day be my authentic self and to have fun while solving branded merchandise needs for our customers.” Starline PPAI 112719, Professional Platinum Category: Supplier Headquarters: Grand Island, New York Top Executive: Mason Lapsker Employees: 125 Website: starline.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Work/life balance, strong values and ethics, high NPS score What Employees Say: “Working here has been an amazing experience. The culture and leadership are beyond exceptional, and the environment is positive, supportive, and motivating. Everyone brings something valuable to the table, and the company truly operates with strong morals, ethics, and teamwork. It’s a place where you feel appreciated and genuinely enjoy being part of the team that now feels like family.” SRG Staples Promotional Products Starline
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